Pantry Coordinator

Milwaukee Rescue Mission; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer contribution

Paid holidays

Job summary

Milwaukee Rescue Mission is seeking a Pantry Coordinator to manage pantry inventory, accept donations, retrieve and deliver items to kitchens, and ensure proper food safety practices in a faith-based community setting.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work full-time on-site, and adherence to health and safety standards while supporting the mission's commitments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous pantry or commercial kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food and safety standards; ServSafe certification is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is required to track & monitor freshness dates and shelve items with oldest at the front, newest in back.
• Must be able to properly store food items (freezer/cooler/shelf).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.
• Exhibit courtesy, tact, and reasonable speed in performance of duties.
• Computer literacy and the ability to navigate inventory tracking software.
• Reliability, dependability, and punctuality are expected.
• Must be able to handle physical workload – ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, stair climbing, kneeling, squatting, crouching, reaching, handling and gripping without difficulty, repetitive movement of both hands and arms, as well as frequent lifting or moving items with a maximum weight of 80lbs a short distance (ex: floor to shelf or cart), and pushing or pulling heavier items with the use of a cart or dolly.
• A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive.
• Be in agreement with and subscribe to the MRM Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions
• Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
• Pass a pre‑employment background check and drug test

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper inventory levels and perform physical inventories.
• Acceptance of donations and deliveries and routine stocking utilizing FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out) method to ensure food quality and minimize waste.
• Select and deliver food from the pantry to the kitchen and other areas of MRM.
• Rotate stock in coolers and freezer while maintaining organization.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of the pantry.
• Fill out receipts for donated items.
• Collaborate with kitchen and Distribution Center staff.
• Adhere to health department standards, to include safe food handling and proper temperature controls

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Build a meaningful career using your unique talents and skills to make a difference in the lives of those in need through the power of the gospel.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits and a positive work environment built on a strong sense of community and commitment to our mission and calling.

We have been recognized as a NATIONAL Top Workplace by USA Today and have been named a Southeast Wisconsin Top Workplace for three years running!

If you would like to join our award‑winning team, please complete our online application, found at the end of each job posting below.

Position: Pantry Coordinator

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Job Id: 1613

# of Openings: 1

Pantry Coordinator

Location

Central Campus, 830 N 19th Street, Milwaukee, WI.

Work Schedule

Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper inventory levels and perform physical inventories
• Acceptance of donations and deliveries and routine stocking utilizing FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out) method to ensure food quality and minimize waste
• Select and deliver food from the pantry to the kitchen and other areas of MRM
• Rotate stock in coolers and freezer while maintaining organization
• Maintain order and cleanliness of the pantry
• Fill out receipts for donated items
• Collaborate with kitchen and Distribution Center staff
• Adhere to health department standards, to include safe food handling and proper temperature controls

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous pantry or commercial kitchen experience preferred
• Knowledge of food and safety standards; ServSafe certification is beneficial
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is required to track & monitor freshness dates and shelve items with oldest at the front, newest in back
• Must be able to properly store food items (freezer/cooler/shelf)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines
• Exhibit courtesy, tact, and reasonable speed in performance of duties
• Computer literacy and the ability to navigate inventory tracking software
• Reliability, dependability, and punctuality are expected
• Must be able to handle physical workload – ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, stair climbing, kneeling, squatting, crouching, reaching, handling and gripping without difficulty, repetitive movement of both hands and arms, as well as frequent lifting or moving items with a maximum weight of 80lbs a short distance (ex: floor to shelf or cart), and pushing or pulling heavier items with the use of a cart or dolly.
• A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive
• Be in agreement with and subscribe to the MRM Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions
• Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
• Pass a pre‑employment background check and drug test

Benefits

• Hiring Range: $18.60-$19.25 hourly, based on candidate qualifications and experience
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts with employer match
• Life and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with generous employer contribution
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Education assistance
• Free onsite parkingBusiness Casual/Casual Dress

The Milwaukee Rescue Mission is a 501 (c)3, charitable, non‑profit church, Christian organization. Milwaukee Rescue Mission has an organizational religious exemption from the prohibitions contained in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, concerning religious discrimination in employment. We further reserve the right to discriminate or designate certain positions when a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Milwaukee Rescue Mission does not discriminate in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services.